GE KCS06L, KCS08A Use and Care Manual

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Air Filter Appliance Registration

Care and Cleaning Condenser Coils

Control Settings Electrical Requirements

Energy-Saving Tips Extension Cords

Grille and Cabinet Grounding

Model and Serial Numbers Problem Solver

Repair Service

Safety Instructions User Maintenance Instructions 6

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Use

and Care of

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KCS06L Kmo8A

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Important

Safety

help you...

Before conditioner, read this book carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new air conditioner properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number):

Consumer Affairs

Hotpoint

Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label behind the air discharge louvers. You should be able to read them by shining a flashlight through the louvers.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your air conditioner. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

usi~

your air

Itiructions

Read dl

mi~

When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

●

intended purpose

this Use and Care Book.

●

This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. See

instructions on page 3.

●

Never

by pulling on the power cord.

Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

●

Repair

all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged.

shows cracks or abrasion damage

rdong

plug or connector end.

insttiions

before

this appliance.

this appliance

unplug

or replace immediately

Do not use a cord that

its length or at either the

ordy

for

as described in

grounding

~mticonditioner

ita

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Ene~y-saving

● Keep the air filter clean. (See

instructions on page 6.) . For most efficient cooling,

keep the ventilation control in the closed position except when you want to allow a small amount of outdoor air to enter the room or exhaust air, smoke or odors from the room.

●

Don’t let the room get too hot. Whenever possible, turn the unit on before the room heats up. When heat is “stored up” in walls, furniture, rugs and draperies, your air conditioner takes longer to produce the desired comfort

condition.

Keep windows and doors closed. Cool, dry air escapes when they’re open.

● Keep furnace floor registers and

cold air returns closed. Cold air can easily escape through them.

●

Don’t let drapes or furniture block the front of the unit and restrict air flow when it is operating.

●

It’s best to operate your air conditioner at high speed during extremely hot weather.

●

Keep the outdoor condenser coil clean. (See page 6.)

. Turn the air conditioner off before vacations or extended absences from home.

tips

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your air conditioner.

If you received a

damWed

air conditioner . . .

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the air conditioner.

Save time and money. Before you request service . . .

Check the Problem Solver on page 7. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

Electrical

safetY—IMPORTANT...please

Read

Carefully.

How to connect electricity

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

Electrical requirements

U5-volt

volt a.c., 60 hz grounded outlet protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

The power cord on these models has a three-prong (grounding) plug that mates with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1) to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from these appliances.

Where a standard two-prong wall

outlet

personal responsibility and ;bligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.

230/208-volt models

own single branch circuit supplying 230/208-volt a.c., protected with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker. This is recommended for best performance and to prevent overloading house wiring circuits, which hazard from overheating wires.

The power cord on these models has a 230/208-volt perpendicular, tandem or large tandem type plug that mates respectively with a

models require a

PREFERRED METHOD

>–-:

,,.

‘~

INSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS

Fig. 1

is encountered, it is

N~,

UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, OR REMOVE

(GROUND)

THE POWER CORD.

could cause a possible fire

PRONG

BEFORE USE

THE

THIRD

~OM

require their

115/120-

your

CUT

230/208-volt perpendicular, tandem or large tandem type wall outlet. These types of outlets are available at most hardware stores.

.@ @

●

230/208-VOLT

PERPENDICULAR TYPE WALL OUTLET

LINE CORD PLUG

REQUIRES 20 AMP TIME

OR CIRCUIT BREAKER

230/208-VOLT

TANDEM TYPE

LINE CORD PLUG

REQUIRES 15 AMP TIME

OR CIRCUIT BREAKER

-e

230/208-VOLT

LARGE

TANOEM

LINE CORD PLUG

REQUIRES 30 AMP TIME

OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION

Whether your air conditioner is a 115-volt or a 230/208-volt unit, it is important to have the outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician if there is any doubt as to whether a proper ground exists.

TYPE WALL OUTLET

Use of adapter plug

(U5-volt

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we

strongly recommend against use

of an adapter

if you where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CON may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall outlet by use of

UL listed adapter (Fig. 2) available

at most

models only)

plug.

still

elect to use an adapter,

local

hardware stores.

MATCHING

OELAY

PROTE~lON

MATCHING

WALL OUTLET

OELAY

PROTE~lON

●

MATCHING

OELAY

However,

NE~ION

FUSE

wall

TEMPORARY METHOD

(AOAPTER

PLUGS NOT

PERMITTED IN

ALIGN LARGE

PRONGS/SLOTS -

~.,,,

-- ~ z ~

Fig. 2

The

larger

aligned-with the outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.

CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and wall outlet is grounded through house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

When

from the adapter,

adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.

Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO appliance until a proper ground has again been established.

CANAOA)

‘~; ““-” “ .-

(

“

slot in the adapter must be

larger sl~t

disconnecting the power cord

always hold the

‘“~

‘\

INSURE PROPER

GROUNO

FIRM CONNECTION BEFORE USE

AND

in the wall

USE the

Use of etiension cords

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we

strongly recommend against the

use of an extension cord.

if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a

UL listed 3-wire grounding

type appliance extension cord and that the current carrying rating of the cord in amperes be equal to or greater than the branch circuit size shown on the rating nameplate of the appliance. Such extension cords

are

obtainable through your local

service organization.

However,

Opemting

Your Air Conditioner

Controk

air out

MASTER CONTROL

Master Control Switih

OFF

turns air conditioner off.

*LO

FAN

permits low fan speed

operation without cooling.

*HI FAN

operation without cooling.

*Forfan

Saver Switch must be in the “norm”

position.

LOW COOL

low fan speed operation.

HIGH COOL

high fan speed operation.

permits

only

OperatiOn,

high fan speed

Power

permits cooling with

THERMOSTAT

Thermostat Control

When you turn the Thermostat Control to the desired setting, the thermostat will the temperature of the indoor air. The higher the number selected, the cooler the indoor air will be.

The Save Energy

reminder that you can conserve energy by selecting a higher room temperature but still keep the room

cool and less humid than outside.

automaticdlj

Mnge

control

a visual

air in

VENT

Ventilation Control

When the Vent Control is at the

“closed” position, the vent door is closed and only the air inside the room can be circulated and conditioned.

Set the control at the “air in” position and the vent door opens to allow a small amount of outdoor air to enter the room.

Set the control at the position and the vent door opens to allow air, smoke or odors to-be exhausted from the room.

*~wer

(on models so equipped)

The Power Saver Switch controls the

fan operation.

When it’s in the

“norm” position,

the fan will

circulate room air

continuously. When

it’s in the “save”

position, the fan

will automatically

cycle on and off

with the compressor.

For fan only operation, Power

Saver position.

Saver

Switch

must be in the “norm”

“airout”

Switih

POWER

SAVER

For normal cooling

Set the Master Control Switch at

HI COOL.

2. Set the Thermostat Control at the desired number (usually 4-5 is a good starting position), If room temperature is not satisfactory after a reasonable time, set the Thermostat Control at a higher number for a cooler room or at a lower number for a warmer room.

3. Set the Vent Control at “closed”.

4. Set the Power Saver Switch at “norm” position for continuous fan

operation or at “save” position to automatically cycle the fan on and off with the compressor.

For maximum cooling

1. Set the Master Control Switch at

HI COOL.

2. Set the Thermostat Control at 8.

3. Set the Vent Control at “closed”.

4. Set the Power Saver Switch at

the “norm” position.

For ni@ttime operation

During the cooler evening hours, we recommend that you set the Master Control Switch at LO COOL for very quiet operation and the Thermostat Control at mid-range (4-5).

For extreme temperatures

For greatest economy and best performance, we suggest that you set the Master Control Switch at HI COOL in extremely hot weather.

For ventilation

Whether the controls are set for cooling or fan only operation, setting the Vent Control at “air in” allows a small amount of outside air to enter the room, and setting it to “air out” lets room air be exhausted to the outside. See page

4. However, cooling effectiveness is reduced whenever the vent door is open, so we suggest that you don’t keep it open for especially in hot, humid weather.

long—

To adjust air direction

The up-and-down air direction louvers

controlled by fingertip pressure on the louvers. They regulate air discharge upward, downward or straight out.

Two separate side air direction louvers

separate tabs to let you direct discharged air to the right, to the left, or straight ahead.

are together and are

bank

of side-to-

have

For quieter operation

Set the Master Control Switch at

LO COOL.

2. Set the Thermostat Control at

desired number. When the Thermostat Control is set

on 7 or 8 and the Fan is set on low speed, moisture may freeze on the coils and prevent the unit from cooling. If this happens, set the Fan at

highs~

Control to a lower number.

3. Set the Vent Control at “closed”.

4. Set the Power Saver Switch at

the “norm” position. Note: When the Power Saver

Switch is at the “save” position, changes in the sound level may be more noticeable than when it’s at the “norm” position.

and set the Thermostat

Care and

Cleati~

USER

MNNTEN~CE

~STRUCTIONS

Turn air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Grille & Cabinet

Wipe both sides of grille with a clean cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid or clean with a vacuum cleaner

brush. Be careful not to force the

movable louvers out of position.

Other areas behind the grille may

be wiped or vacuumed, taking care not to damage the coil fins.

Wash cabinet with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water.

Never use strong chemicals,

solvenk

Condemer

These coils on the weather side

of the unit should be checked periodically and cleaned if clogged with dirt or soot from the atmosphere. If extremely soiled, they may need

bes- clmd,

through your

dishwashing

detergent,

or bleaching agents.

Coih

serviee atiable

Hotpoint

service outlet.

Air

Hlter

The air filter behind the front grille

should be checked and

least every 30 days or as often as it

needs cleaning.

cleane;

To remove the filter:

Grasp the tab at the bottom of the unit and pull downward.

Clean the filter

cleaner to remove light dust. Wash the filter in lukewarm, soapy water and rinse in clear water to remove

sticky dust.

The filter can be replaced with either side facing the front.

with a vacuum

Air Inlet Grille Removal

If your air conditioner is mounted flush inside the room or if the window sill extends farther into the room than the chassis, it may be necessary to remove the air inlet grille before the filter can be

To remove the grille,

inlet grille out from top-center. The

filter is positioned on the back side of the grille—grasp the tab and pull down.

After cleaning, replace the air filter

and air inlet grille, pushing the

grille into place.

pull the air

Questiom?

Use This fioblem Solver

PROBLEM AIR CONDITIONER

DOES

AIR

“DOESN~COOL

ASIT SHOULD”

OPEWTINGSOUND

WATER DWPPING OUTSIDE

N~OPERATl

COND~IONER

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

●

Notplu~~

●

Ifplugg~

●

Curtain, blinds or furniture biockingthe

Tem~rature

Highest setting

in. Plug may

in,

fis~ ~o~ld have bl~n

control

may

not be set high enough.

shotid provide

have

been bumped loose by vacuum cleaner or furniture.

or cimuit breaker may

front

of the air

rnaxirnum

cooling. When Power Saver Switch is set

~rn

have

~onditioner wifl

knob to a higher number.

at “save”, temperature range in room will vary more.

●

Air filter dirty, should be cleaned at least every 30 days.

Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was

See

first turn~d on.

for it to cool down.

●

Cold

air

maybe

vent control

at AIR OUT position,

o The~os~t

This is normal.

o F~ ~N nor~.

EXCeSS

co~t~uo~sly whenM~~~ con~i Swikh

When

water may ovefiow in excessively hot

escaping

maybe

click, a

Power

through open

set at ~R ~ psition,

aIlowing

me~llic

Saver

Switch is set at “save”, b cycles on and off with compressor.

cool air to be exhausted from the room.

sound, may ~

furnace floor

allowing

he~d whencompressorcycles

andhutid

registem

hot

outside

in COOL

weather. This is normal.

tripped.

restrict air

instructions,

page 6.

Allow time

and cold air returns.

air

to enter the room;

and

or F~ position. ~~ is

flow.

off.

WATER DRIPPING INSIDE

WATER IN (ON OUTDOOR SIDE

MSE PAN

Air conditioner

disposd.

water

This is

normal

period in very humid areas, Moisture removed from indoor air drains to rearofcabinet where it is picked up by a fan and thrown against the outdoor condenser coil.

If you need more help.. call, toll free: GE Answer

Cente@

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consumer information service

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for a

sho~ ~ri~ in a~as

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If You Need Service

To obtain service, see your warranty on the back page of this book.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. Inmost cases, this will solve the problem.

the outside for proper

humidity; normal for a

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details-including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations

Hotpoint

Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, Illinois 60606

Wacker Drive

longer

YOUR HOTPOINT ROOM AIR CONDITIONER

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

cancelled

check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free

of charge, parts and service labor

in your home to repair or replace

any part

the

room air

conditioner that fails because

of a manufacturing defect.

FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY

For five years from the date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service

labor in your home to repair or

replace

mftigeming

any

part

system

the

(the

sealed

compresso~

condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

fir

each of the above warranties:

Transportation expense to and from a service shop and shop service labor if required will be free of charge.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington,

D,C.

In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer

Care@

servicers during normal working hours.

Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE, GENERAL

ELECTRIC-HOTPOINT

FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT CUSTOMER CARE@ SERVICE.

WHAT IS N~ COVERED

●

Service trips to teach you how to

use the product.

Read

your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our

Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free: electrical connecting facilities.

GE Answer Center”

800.626.2000 consumer information service

Some

states do not allow the exclusion

may not apply to you, This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

. Improper installation. . Failure of the product resulting from

If you have an installation problem, or if the air conditioner is of improper cooling capacity for the intended use, contact

your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate

. Replacement of fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

. In commercial locations labor necessary to move the unit to a location where it is accessible for

modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.

s Failure due to corrosion on models

not corrosion-protected.

● Damage to the product caused

by improper power supply voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRAN~R

NOT

RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

service by an individual technician.

or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

Warrantor: General Electric Company

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